Statistics on Time in PACU for Spine Procedures in the ASC Setting

Here is the average time spent in the post-anesthesia care unit for a number of spine procedures performed in the ASC setting, according to a study completed by Kenneth Pettine, MD. The study analyzed data from 1,030 spine cases performed at Loveland (Colo.) Surgery Center from spring 2003 to the end of 2008.

Advertisement

Procedure Average time in PACU
Non-instrumented spine surgery, microdiscetomies and/or nerve decompressions 78.00 min.
Cervical artificial disc replacement – 1 Level 81.00 min.
Anterior cervical fusion – 1 Level 92.54 min.
Anterior cervical fusion – 2 Level 80.80 min.
Lumbar artificial disc replacement – 1 Level 83.00 min.
Lumbar fusion – 1 Level 77.59 min.
Lumbar fusion – 2 Level 85.79 min.
Lumbar fusion – 3 Level 91.07 min.

Contact Dr. Pettine at kpettine@rmaortho.com.

At the Becker’s 32nd Annual Meeting: The Business and Operations of ASCs, taking place October 29-31 in Chicago, ASC leaders, surgeons and healthcare executives will explore strategies to drive growth, enhance operational performance, navigate reimbursement challenges and prepare for the future of ambulatory surgery. Apply for complimentary registration now.

Advertisement

Next Up in Uncategorized

Advertisement

Comments are closed.